Avoiding Diagnosis: The Stigma of Dementia

Many families delay a dementia diagnosis because they’re afraid of what it means—losing independence, disrupting family life, or facing an uncertain future. But silence only makes the journey harder. In this episode, Kelly explores where stigma comes from, why it keeps people from seeking help, and how we can begin to change the conversation. You’ll hear stories of fear, resilience, and community, and learn ways to break the silence so no one has to walk this journey alone.FACEBOOK PAGE: Message your questions or comments. We'd love to hear how you're doing!https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573800764103RESOURCES:https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/medical/diagnosis-after-early-signs-of-dementia/https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/diagnosis/why-get-checkedhttps://hub.jhu.edu/2016/06/02/risks-of-not-diagnosing-dementia/The information shared in this podcast is for EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES only, and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Kelly A. Bertenshaw, any guests or contributors to the podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory Loss be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.